May 20, 2019 | EXPLORING THE BIBLE
Those who love Jesus will keep his commandments. The words Jesus speaks come from his Father (God) who sent him. After he leaves this earth, God will send the Holy Spirit to remind his disciples of everything Jesus has told them. Jesus grants peace to those who follow...
May 20, 2019 | EXPLORING THE BIBLE
With Judas’ betrayal, Jesus sees the stark reality of his final journey. He declares that both he and God will be glorified by his death. We have slowly come to understand that this glory reflects God’s true nature of sacrificial love revealed through his Son. Jesus...
May 5, 2019 | EXPLORING THE BIBLE
The religious leaders angrily demand that Jesus say plainly whether or not he is the Messiah. Jesus does not give a direct answer because his understanding of God’s purposes is totally at odds with mainstream Jewish expectations of their long prophesied Messiah....
Apr 28, 2019 | EXPLORING THE BIBLE
After the terror and desolation of his crucifixion and the totally unexpected joy and wonder of his resurrection, Jesus’ small band of followers seek their way ahead. As their courage and confidence return, Jesus appears to them at various times and places, helping...
Apr 21, 2019 | EXPLORING THE BIBLE
April 28 2019 Easter 2 Let everything that breathes praise the Lord! I have been to worship in places that exult in loud noise. I prefer to connect with God more towards the middle of the worship balances rather than the ends of, “Be still and know,” and “…loud...
Apr 14, 2019 | EXPLORING THE BIBLE
April 21 2019 Easter Day Here again we have choices amongst readings. Why might we choose a particular pathway through them: our personal preference, the needs of those who may be present, prayerful thoughtful contemplation? My pathway is highlighted. Let me tell you...
